Storytelling Tips Worksheet

Creative writing lesson 22: Storytelling aloud · Set 538 · 40 questions

Writer's tip (Tell it, don’t just read it): Speak slowly, clearly and loudly enough for everyone. Pause before a surprise and change your voice for each character (a deep voice for a giant, a squeaky one for a mouse). Look at your listeners and use your face and hands to show feelings and actions.

1. 1.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a frightened rabbit? (a) a fast, buzzing voice (b) a shaky, scared voice (c) a sly, sneaky voice
2. 2.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Wave your arms about for no reason. (b) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (c) End with a clear, strong last line.
3. 3.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a crying baby elephant? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a gruff, grumpy voice (c) a sad, sniffly voice
4. 4.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Stress the important words. (b) Mix up the order of events. (c) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part.
5. 5.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a wise old owl? (a) a soft, spooky whisper (b) a calm, wise voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
6. 6.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a friendly ghost? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a soft, spooky whisper (c) a sly, sneaky voice
7. 7.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Point to where things happen as you describe them. (b) Stand far away from your listeners. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
8. 8.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (b) Hide your face behind the book. (c) Speak softly in a secret or spooky part.
9. 9.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (b) Laugh during the sad parts. (c) Use a deep voice for a giant or a lion.
10. 10.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (b) Turn your back to the listeners. (c) Keep your story short enough for the time you have.
11. 11.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (b) Use the same voice for every character. (c) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door.
12. 12.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a giggling monkey? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a giggly, playful voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
13. 13.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (b) Change your voice for each character. (c) Start with a long list of boring details.
14. 14.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Pause just before the big surprise. (b) Laugh at the joke before you tell it. (c) Chew gum while you tell the story.
15. 15.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Speak slowly and clearly. (b) Hide your face behind the book. (c) Forget the ending and stop suddenly.
16. 16.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a grumpy old bear? (a) a calm, wise voice (b) a flat, beeping voice (c) a gruff, grumpy voice
17. 17.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (b) Use a soft voice to build suspense. (c) Whisper during the exciting chase.
18. 18.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Rush through the ending to finish fast. (b) Forget the ending and stop suddenly. (c) Change your voice for each character.
19. 19.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) End with a clear, strong last line. (b) Stand where everyone can see you. (c) Speak in a bored voice so it sounds dull.
20. 20.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Speak as fast as you possibly can. (b) Keep your story short enough for the time you have. (c) Smile during the happy parts.
21. 21.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Keep the events in the right order. (b) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (c) Start before everyone is listening.
22. 22.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a buzzing bee? (a) a giggly, playful voice (b) a quick, excited voice (c) a fast, buzzing voice
23. 23.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (b) Use your hands to show actions. (c) Giggle all through the scary parts.
24. 24.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (b) Look around at different listeners, not just one. (c) Laugh during the sad parts.
25. 25.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Laugh during the sad parts. (b) Wave your arms about for no reason. (c) Ask your listeners a question to involve them.
26. 26.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a child on her birthday? (a) a quick, excited voice (b) a fast, buzzing voice (c) a grand, royal voice
27. 27.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a sleepy old tortoise? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a slow, sleepy voice (c) a grand, royal voice
28. 28.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Ask your listeners a question to involve them. (b) Forget the names of your characters. (c) Wait for everyone to be quiet before you start.
29. 29.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (b) Lean in when you share a secret part. (c) Ask your listeners a question to involve them.
30. 30.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Stand behind a table so no one can see you. (b) Giggle all through the scary parts. (c) Pause so listeners can imagine the scene.
31. 31.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Let listeners join in with a fun repeated line. (b) Keep your eyes on the clock the whole time. (c) Turn your back to the listeners.
32. 32.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Know the beginning, middle and end well. (b) Speak a little faster when the story gets exciting. (c) Use the same flat voice all the way through.
33. 33.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Let your voice rise and fall, not stay flat. (b) Rush the surprise so nobody notices it. (c) Talk over anyone who asks a question.
34. 34.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Choose a story that suits your listeners. (b) Start with a long list of boring details. (c) Swing from side to side all the time.
35. 35.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mix up the order of events. (b) Speak up clearly at the most exciting part. (c) Talk over anyone who asks a question.
36. 36.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Change your voice for each character. (b) Stress the important words. (c) Stand far away from your listeners.
37. 37.You are telling a story aloud. Which voice suits a tiny mouse? (a) a deep, booming voice (b) a sly, sneaky voice (c) a high, squeaky voice
38. 38.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Use a slow, gentle voice for a sad moment. (b) Practise in front of a mirror. (c) Skip the middle of the story.
39. 39.Which is NOT a good storytelling tip? (a) Shout every single word. (b) Act out a few actions, like knocking on a door. (c) Keep your story short enough for the time you have.
40. 40.Which is a good tip for telling a story aloud? (a) Mutter while looking at your shoes. (b) Start before everyone is listening. (c) Use your face to show feelings.

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